1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 685 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Land Cruiser | IS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2731 mm |
